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Moving forward: What’s to come?

The DeJong recommendations discussed below are a major step forward for revitilizing public education in Providence generally, and for the opening of Nathan Bishop in particular. What are the next steps in this process?

Having received the DeJong report, the Superintendant will make final recommendations to the School Board. When asked at the press conference, Mayor Cicilline said that the final decisions will be in the hands of the Board.

Before that happens, the Superintendent is hosting community meetings. The East Side meeting will be at Hope High School on Feb. 15th from 6-8 pm. According to the flyer, attendees will be asked to review the DeJong recommendations and provide feedback.

Please remember: ESPEC is hosting its own community meeting at ML King Elementary School on Feb. 7, at 7pm. This will give us a chance to talk about the DeJong recommendations amongst ourselves and prepare for the school department meeting.